What is Myopia?
Myopia (short-sightedness) is a common condition where distant objects appear blurry. It usually begins in childhood and tends to worsen as the eyes grow. Left unchecked, progressive myopia can increase the risk of serious eye problems later in life, such as retinal detachment or glaucoma.
Why Myopia Control Matters
More children are developing myopia at a younger age—and it’s progressing faster. The good news? We can slow it down. Myopia control treatments help protect your child’s long-term vision by reducing the rate at which their prescription increases.
Signs your child might be myopic:
Squinting to see things far away
Sitting very close to the TV or screen
Holding books or devices very close to the face
Complaining of blurry vision at school
Frequent headaches or eye strain
Our Myopia Control Solutions
We offer all major types of evidence-based myopia management, tailored to your child’s lifestyle and needs.
Myopia Control Glasses
Examples: Essilor STELLEST, Hoya MiYOSMART, Zeiss MyoCare & MyCon® lenses from Rodenstock
Questions about Myopia Control
Myopia (short-sightedness) means your child can see things up close, but distant objects appear blurry. It’s a common condition that often begins in school-age children and can worsen over time.
It’s usually a mix of genetics and lifestyle. If one or both parents are short-sighted, their child is more likely to be too. Less time outdoors and more time on screens or reading up close may also contribute.
There’s currently no cure, but it can be managed. Myopia control treatments aim to slow down how quickly your child’s prescription changes as they grow.
Myopia control can start as early as age 6. The earlier we begin, the better chance we have of reducing progression.
We offer all leading options:
– Myopia control glasses (like MiYOSMART or Stellest)
– Soft daily contact lenses (like MiSight)
– Overnight Ortho-K lenses
Many children can safely wear contact lenses from age 8 and up, especially daily disposables. Ortho-K lenses are also worn safely overnight. We’ll guide you and your child every step of the way.
Our optometrist will carry out a full myopia assessment, looking at your child’s prescription, lifestyle, and eye health. We’ll then recommend the most suitable option.
We’ll usually see your child every 6 months to monitor progress and adjust treatment if needed.
Unfortunately, myopia control lenses are not covered by the NHS. However, we offer flexible payment plans and packages to make treatment more affordable.
Without intervention, your child’s myopia is likely to get worse each year. Higher levels of myopia in adulthood are linked to a greater risk of eye problems later in life, such as retinal detachment or glaucoma.